Rheumatologist - 350K + Great work life balance

Job Description

Job Description

Rheumatologist Opportunity – Statesville, NC (Just 45 Minutes from Charlotte!)

A thriving healthcare system is looking to add a Rheumatologist to its team in Statesville, NC.

CONTACT:

David Wolfe – NOWHealthcare

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Position Overview:

• Seeking a Board-certified Rheumatologist
• Location: Statesville, NC — just 45 minutes north of Charlotte
• The physician will be responsible for the diagnosis and management of rheumatic conditions, delivering well-rounded care to patients dealing with arthritis, lupus, and other autoimmune diseases.
• Success in this position calls for solid medical knowledge, strong skills in managing patient care, and the ability to work well alongside other members of the healthcare team.
• This is a replacement position — the group's current rheumatologist is nearing retirement.

About the Organization:

• A well-established healthcare system located roughly 35 miles north of Charlotte, North Carolina.
• Anchored by a 247-bed hospital.
• A 501c3 nonprofit with 70 years of service and deep community ties.
• Physicians joining this team get to enjoy life in the beautiful and highly desirable Lake Norman area, home to more than 500 miles of shoreline.
• The network includes 27 practice locations: 12 primary care clinics, 10 specialty groups, 3 ambulatory surgery centers, and 2 urgent care centers.
• The system employs more than 1,600 full-time, part-time, and PRN staff, along with over 175 licensed providers.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $350,000/year base, with a 2-year guarantee and available incentive bonuses
• Sign-on bonus
• Paid malpractice coverage and CME allowance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Tax-deferred annuity plan
• Medical and dependent day care reimbursement accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Cancer/Critical Illness insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• Qualifies for Federal PSLF Program (Qualified Employer)
• CME reimbursement
• Phone stipend

Life in Statesville:

• Located just 45 minutes from Charlotte and Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
• A charming downtown filled with historic homes, churches, and local shops.
• Sits at the north end of scenic Lake Norman, with the Blue Ridge Mountains under an hour away to the west — great for skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in winter.
• The Atlantic coastline, with its white sand beaches, is only a 3-hour drive in the opposite direction, making for easy weekend getaways.
• Nearby Mooresville, NC — known as "Race City, U.S.A." — is home to numerous NASCAR and IndyCar teams.
• Lake Norman itself spans over 500 miles of freshwater shoreline, ideal for boating, fishing, and other water activities.
• Iredell County offers strong public, private, and charter school options for families.



Requirements:

• Active NC Medical License and DEA registration
• Board Certification required
• Strong collaboration skills and demonstrated leadership qualities
• Prior experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver positive patient outcomes